2011 BMW M3 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, both 2011 BMW M3 and 2011 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3. 2011 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW M3 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1424 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
